Durham Region Transit (DRT) says it is cooperating with a Durham Regional Police Service investigation into an assault on a bus that was captured on video. The incident, which occurred in early April 2026, shows a physical altercation between passengers. The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) has stated the victim was targeted in an Islamophobic attack, citing witness accounts that the assailant made Islamophobic remarks.
In a statement, DRT said it is "committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment" and that the safety of its customers and employees is a top priority. The transit authority confirmed it is reviewing the incident internally alongside the police investigation. The video of the altercation has circulated widely on social media.
Durham Regional Police Service confirmed they are investigating an assault that took place on a DRT bus but have not publicly commented on any potential hate-motivated elements of the case. The NCCM has called for a thorough investigation and for the incident to be treated as a hate crime.
